A comprehensive guide to the Sri Kanchi Maha Swami Vidya Mandir complex in Rajkilpakkam near Tambaram, Chennai – featuring temples, museums and statue

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30.09.2025

Maha Swami Mandapam – A Walk Through the Spiritual Legacy of the Kanchi Sage

Maha Swami Mandapam featuring wax statues of Maha Periyava, his belongings, travel cart, and portraits of all Shankaracharyas

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30.09.2025

M. S. Subbulakshmi Gallery – A Divine Tribute in Wax and Memory

M. S. Subbulakshmi Gallery featuring a lifelike wax statue, rare photographs, and memorabilia that celebrate the divine voice and timeless legacy

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28.09.2025

Divya Desam Exhibition Hall – A Journey Through the Sacred Traditions of Hinduism

Explore Divya Desam exhibition at Rajkilpakkam-a vibrant and immersive tribute to India's sacred traditions, temples, and spiritual heritage.

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28.09.2025

Param Vir Chakra Garden – A Tribute to India’s Bravest Sons at Rajkilpakkam

A newly inaugurated Param Vir Chakra Garden in Rajkilpakkam honours 21 brave soldiers with India’s highest military award.

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25.09.2025

Baji Rout – The Youngest Martyr of India Honoured in Rajkilpakkam

Discover the inspiring story of Baji Rout, India's youngest martyr, commemorated by a statue at Sri Kanchi Mahaswami Vidya Mandir, Rajkilpakkam.

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22.09.2025

The Mighty Sentinel of Lepakshi – Jatayu Sculpture

Majestic statue of Jatayu at Lepakshi, Andhra Pradesh - epic legend from the Ramayana, the symbolic vulture’s sacrifice, the statue’s artistic details

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21.09.2025

Vidurashwatha – The Forgotten Jallianwala Bagh of South India

In1938, freedom fighters were martyred in Vidurashwatha, Karnataka. Known as the Jallianwala Bagh of South India - a forgotten chapter.

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20.09.2025

Gagan Mahal – The Summer Palace of Penukonda's Vijayanagara Legacy

Discover the architectural legacy of Gagan Mahal, the summer palace of the Vijayanagara rulers in Penukonda.

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20.09.2025

Vidurashwatha Temple – The Sacred Grove of Nagas and Legends

Discover the fascinating Naga Temple of Vidurashwatha, known for housing over 50,000 serpent icons (Naga Murtis)

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18.09.2025

A Towering Presence: Shiva at Sunrise Point, Penukonda

A serene image of Shiva seated in meditation graces the Sunrise Viewpoint inside Penukonda Fort.

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16.09.2025

Yogi Rama Swamy Temple of Penukonda: A Forgotten Gem of Vijayanagara Legacy

Yogi Rama Swamy Temple in Penukonda, Andhra Pradesh, is a 16th-century Vijayanagara-era shrine known for its carvings of Ramayana and Krishna Leela.

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14.09.2025

Kasi Vishveswara Swami Temple of Penukonda: A Living Gallery of Stone

Explore the Viswanatha Temple of Penukonda, a Vijayanagara-era Shiva temple set against a mountain backdrop. Discover its intricate outer wall carving

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13.09.2025

The Forgotten Hill Temple of Penukonda

Explore the hauntingly beautiful ruins of the Narasimha Swami Temple atop Penukonda Fort in Andhra Pradesh.

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11.09.2025

Jamia Masjid, Penukonda

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10.09.2025

Pala Venkatramana Swamy Gopuram and Water Tanks at Penukonda

Discover the 16th-century Pala Venkatramana Swamy Gopuram and Penukonda's ancient water tank — remnants of the Vijayanagara era

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09.09.2025

Thimmarasu’s Prison – A Silent Witness in Penukonda Fort

Discover the story of Thimmarasu, the loyal minister of Krishnadevaraya, and his prison cell in Penukonda Fort. Explore its architecture and history.

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09.09.2025

Mahakali Cave Temple at Penukonda – A Hidden Shrine Inside the Fort

Explore the trek, iconography, and atmosphere of the Mahakali cave temple hidden inside Penukonda Fort.

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02.09.2025

Penukonda Fort and the Nandi Stepwell – Echoes of a Lost Capital

Explore the hidden Nandi-shaped stepwell at Penukonda, once the 2nd capital of the Vijayanagaras. Discover its architecture, history, and symbolism.

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28.08.2025

Kanipakam Varasiddhi Vinayaka Temple – The Living Miracle of Chittoor

Explore the story of the swayambhu Ganesha of Kanipakam in Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh. Learn about its growing icon, and healing miracles

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16.07.2025

Kanheri Caves - Part 15

Inscriptions of Cave No. 3 in Kanheri Caves, Near Mumbai, Maharashtra

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08.07.2025

Kanheri Caves - Part 14

Inscriptions of Cave No. 3 in Kanheri Caves, Near Mumbai, Maharashtra

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29.06.2025

Kanheri Caves - Part 13

Chaitya Cave with 34 pillars, main Stupa, earliest Buddha, Votive Stupas and sculptural themes - Cave No. 3 of Kanheri Caves, Mumbai, Maharashtra

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26.06.2025

Robert Burns Statue – Central Park, New York

statue of Robert Burns in Central Park, New York—a poetic tribute sculpted by Sir John Steell in 1880. Located on Literary Walk

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26.06.2025

Walter Scott Statue – Central Park, New York

the statue of Sir Walter Scott on Central Park’s Literary Walk in NYC — a neoclassical bronze tribute by John Steell from 1872

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24.06.2025

Dragonfly Lake and Bridge – A Serene Escape at Gardens by the Bay, Singapore

Dragonfly Lake at Gardens by the Bay, Singapore — a tranquil waterbody surrounded by scenic boardwalks, lush greenery, and urban biodiversity

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22.06.2025

Love the Last March – Sculptural Marvel with a Message in Singapore

'Love the Last March'—the world’s longest sculpture installation at Marina Bay, Singapore. Featuring 45 life-sized endangered animals, immersive artwo

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21.06.2025

The Old Windmill – Coventry’s Living Pub Since 1451

Discover the Old Windmill on Spon Street—Coventry’s oldest surviving pub with roots dating back to 1451.

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20.06.2025

The Green Dragon – Restored Legacy of Spon Street

The Green Dragon of Spon Street in Coventry, timber-framed and reconstructed medieval facades.

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20.06.2025

P.M. Sivagnana Mudaliar Bust – A Forgotten Civic Leader Inside Ripon Building Complex, Chennai

the bust of P.M. Sivagnana Mudaliar at Chennai's Ripon Building—a tribute to one of the earliest Indian Commissioners of Madras, who served for 25 yrs

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19.06.2025

HSBC Bank Building – A Colonial-Era Landmark in Parrys Corner, Chennai

Explore the colonial-era HSBC Bank building at Parrys Corner, Chennai—once home to the Mercantile Bank of India and a legacy of British commerce.

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16.06.2025

Teen Murti Memorial – Remembering India's Cavalry Heroes of Haifa

Teen Murti Memorial in New Delhi—a tribute to Indian cavalrymen of the First World War who fought in the Battle of Haifa.

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15.06.2025

National War Memorial near India Gate – Honouring India’s Bravehearts

Explore the National War Memorial near India Gate in New Delhi,a dignified tribute to India’s post-independence martyrs.

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21.05.2025

Old Parliament House in Delhi – A Colonial Icon Turned Democratic Landmark

history, architecture, & legacy of Old Parliament House in Delhi. - its circular design inspired by ancient Chausath Yogini Temple

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20.05.2025

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Statue near India Gate – A Grand Tribute in Granite

Explore the towering statue of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose near India Gate, Delhi. Learn about its history, symbolism, sculptor...

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18.05.2025

Krishnapuram Temple Sculptures – Episode 12: Inscriptions and History of the Temple

16th-century inscriptions & copper plates of Krishnapuram Temple near Tirunelveli, revealing land grants, Agraharam setup & legacy of Krishnappa Nayak

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18.05.2025

Deities and Architecture of Krishnapuram Temple – Final Episode (Ep 13)

Episode 13 concludes Krishnapuram series by exploring the presiding deity Venkatachalapati, Alamelu & Padmavati shrines, Dwarapalas, and architecture

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17.05.2025

Krishnapuram Temple Sculptures – Episode 11: Rati on the Parrot, Gaja Yazhi, and the Power of Veerabhadra

Episode 11 explores the south-facing pillars of Krishnapuram Temple featuring Rati seated on a parrot, fierce Veerabhadra, Gaja Yazhi, and vivid scene

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Lepakshi: The Sacred Hill of Legends, Stone, and Devotion

The Majestic Nandi of Lepakshi – A Monolithic Marvel

Where Learning Meets Legacy: A Spiritual Journey through Sri Kanchi Mahaswami Vidya Mandir, Rajkilpakkam

Maha Swami Mandapam – A Walk Through the Spiritual Legacy of the Kanchi Sage

M. S. Subbulakshmi Gallery – A Divine Tribute in Wax and Memory

Divya Desam Exhibition Hall – A Journey Through the Sacred Traditions of Hinduism

Param Vir Chakra Garden – A Tribute to India’s Bravest Sons at Rajkilpakkam

Baji Rout – The Youngest Martyr of India Honoured in Rajkilpakkam

The Mighty Sentinel of Lepakshi – Jatayu Sculpture

Vidurashwatha – The Forgotten Jallianwala Bagh of South India

Gagan Mahal – The Summer Palace of Penukonda's Vijayanagara Legacy

Vidurashwatha Temple – The Sacred Grove of Nagas and Legends

A Towering Presence: Shiva at Sunrise Point, Penukonda

Yogi Rama Swamy Temple of Penukonda: A Forgotten Gem of Vijayanagara Legacy

Kasi Vishveswara Swami Temple of Penukonda: A Living Gallery of Stone

The Forgotten Hill Temple of Penukonda

Jamia Masjid, Penukonda

Pala Venkatramana Swamy Gopuram and Water Tanks at Penukonda

Thimmarasu’s Prison – A Silent Witness in Penukonda Fort

Mahakali Cave Temple at Penukonda – A Hidden Shrine Inside the Fort

Penukonda Fort and the Nandi Stepwell – Echoes of a Lost Capital

Kanipakam Varasiddhi Vinayaka Temple – The Living Miracle of Chittoor

Kanheri Caves - Part 15

Kanheri Caves - Part 14

Kanheri Caves - Part 13

Robert Burns Statue – Central Park, New York

Walter Scott Statue – Central Park, New York

Dragonfly Lake and Bridge – A Serene Escape at Gardens by the Bay, Singapore

Love the Last March – Sculptural Marvel with a Message in Singapore

The Old Windmill – Coventry’s Living Pub Since 1451

The Green Dragon – Restored Legacy of Spon Street

P.M. Sivagnana Mudaliar Bust – A Forgotten Civic Leader Inside Ripon Building Complex, Chennai

HSBC Bank Building – A Colonial-Era Landmark in Parrys Corner, Chennai

Teen Murti Memorial – Remembering India's Cavalry Heroes of Haifa

National War Memorial near India Gate – Honouring India’s Bravehearts

Old Parliament House in Delhi – A Colonial Icon Turned Democratic Landmark

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Statue near India Gate – A Grand Tribute in Granite

Krishnapuram Temple Sculptures – Episode 12: Inscriptions and History of the Temple

Deities and Architecture of Krishnapuram Temple – Final Episode (Ep 13)

Krishnapuram Temple Sculptures – Episode 11: Rati on the Parrot, Gaja Yazhi, and the Power of Veerabhadra

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